QC Sampling Technician

Virbac•Bridgeton, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Experiencing together a unique human adventure Animal health is key to the health of the planet. Working at Virbac means taking part in a unique human adventure in which the engagement of each individual contributes to its evolution. Encouraging internal mobility between positions and countries, offering individual development plans and building a partnership based on trust between managers and employees are as many perspectives of motivation for our teams. We also offer them a work environment conducive to exploring new territories and balancing their professional and personal lives. Finally, fostering their engagement to animal health also means listening to them and helping them to acquire new skills, preparing them for the challenges of tomorrow and encouraging them to contribute to an ever more responsible approach to our business. QC Sampling Technician Virbac Animal Health is seeking a QC Sampling Technician to join our Quality Control team. This position is expected to inspect/sample incoming raw materials which includes components, printed material and ingredients. In addition, manage ingredients and finished product retains. Qualified candidates must possess a High school diploma with some college coursework preferred. Knowledge of regulations, GMPs and chemical safety is required. This exciting position will work in Bridgeton, MO. It comes with an excellent benefits package including generous time off, 401k + match, life, medical, dental, and vision benefits, and more! Area of responsibility 1: [Sample / Inspect incoming raw materials (components, ingredients and printed material)] Main activities 1. Perform sampling and inspection following SOPs, specifications and cGMP requirements. 2. Document sampling per GDP requirements. 3. Identify the sampling plan based on the ingredient specification. 4. Label and deliver samples with appropriate paperwork/documentation to the QC lab for testing. 5. Clean area as specified. 6. Pull samples for retesting as required. 7. Inspect printed materials against approved standards and receiving reports Expected results: Raw materials are inspected/sampled in a timely manner to meet production needs. Documentation of activities is current and available as evidence of compliance. Area of responsibility 2: [Label Control - Printed Material Issuance and Return] Main activities 1. Issue printed material to production as required per procedure for label accountability. 2. Document per GDP requirements. 3. Account for returned printed material per procedure. 4. Work closely with production and QA to resolve any issuance and return discrepancies. Expected results: Labels are controlled compliantly. Area of responsibility 3: [Retain Sample Management] Main activities 1. Collect and manage finished goods and ingredient retain samples. 2. Store and maintain inventory utilizing the inventory database. 3. Maintain inventory per the retention period. Expected results: All required retain samples are available, organized, current and accurate. Area of responsibility 4: [Basic responsibilities] Main activities 1. Document according to Good Documentation Practices. 2. Perform duties per SOPs. 3. Report any discrepancies/anomalies to QC management. 4. Own responsibilities and projects. 5. Work closely with other departments. 6. Keep work areas clean, organized and maintained. 7. Maintain equipment in a calibrated state. 8. Initiate and investigate deviations per procedure. Expected results: Open and clear communication between departments and management Profile Requirements (Diploma and experience) 1. High School Diploma; Some college coursework preferred. 2. 0-3 years experience in related field Skills 1. Knowledge of regulations, GMPs and chemical safety is required. Will be required to move packages weighing a maximum of 50 lbs, and operate a walk-behind pallet jack. Must be able to wear a respirator. Virbac provides numerous career opportunities, thanks to the diversity of its jobs and their international dimension. Joining Virbac means joining dynamic teams ambitious for success. Add Your Talent to Ours! Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match! Focusing on animal health, from the beginning At Virbac, we provide innovative solutions to veterinarians, farmers and animal owners in more than 100 countries around the world. Covering more than 50 species, our range of products and services enables to diagnose, prevent and treat the majority of pathologies. Every day, we are committed to improving animals’ quality of life and to shaping together the future of animal health. Read more

Requirements

High School Diploma; Some college coursework preferred.
0-3 years experience in related field
Knowledge of regulations, GMPs and chemical safety is required.
Will be required to move packages weighing a maximum of 50 lbs, and operate a walk-behind pallet jack.
Must be able to wear a respirator.

Responsibilities

Perform sampling and inspection following SOPs, specifications and cGMP requirements.
Document sampling per GDP requirements.
Identify the sampling plan based on the ingredient specification.
Label and deliver samples with appropriate paperwork/documentation to the QC lab for testing.
Clean area as specified.
Pull samples for retesting as required.
Inspect printed materials against approved standards and receiving reports
Issue printed material to production as required per procedure for label accountability.
Document per GDP requirements.
Account for returned printed material per procedure.
Work closely with production and QA to resolve any issuance and return discrepancies.
Collect and manage finished goods and ingredient retain samples.
Store and maintain inventory utilizing the inventory database.
Maintain inventory per the retention period.
Document according to Good Documentation Practices.
Perform duties per SOPs.
Report any discrepancies/anomalies to QC management.
Own responsibilities and projects.
Work closely with other departments.
Keep work areas clean, organized and maintained.
Maintain equipment in a calibrated state.
Initiate and investigate deviations per procedure.